tru-lok vs. the competition
TRU-LOK vs. NAAMS Light Screen Stand Comparison
| TRU-LOK | NAAMS |
| Universal | Left/right sides are not interchangeable |
| 1 person set up and adjust | 2-person set up |
| Pinnable to prevent motion and still reusable | Often welded to prevent motion then scrapped |
| Non-marring Tension-Lok joints makes micro adjustments easy & smooth | Locking screws dent & mar mating parts making small adjustments difficult |
| Angular built in 30-degree pivot stops make set-up faster | No fixed center points or stops |
| Dowelled pivot for smooth concentric angular adjustment | Burn-out pivots not concentric or consistent between manufacturers |
| Horizontal low base can get within 50mm of floor | 150mm closest to floor |
| Horizontal stand base cap makes built in top for fast set up of 200mm off floor | No built in stop |
| Cables dress in extrusion clips | Cables dress with zip ties |
| Impressive finished look at point of customer buy-off | Cut, weld and paint (heat & beat) look |
| 2-Steps to manufacture: cut, assemble | 7-Steps to manufacture & assemble: cut, machine, weld, blast, prime, paint, assemble |
| Self-threading and slot retained fasteners make field modifications fast & easy | Steps to modify all of above |
| Integrated guard & shield provides max light screen protection | Optional guards, no shield option |
| Comes assembled | Usually comes in pieces |
| 75% lighter=75% shipping cost savings | 75% heavier=75% added shipping cost |
| Can ship UPS | Ship truck only |
| Weight comparison with guard: Angular 18lb, Vertical 15lb, Horizontal 15lb |
Weight comparison with guard Angular 67lb, Vertical 67lb, Horizontal 70lb |
| Standard brackets for NAAMS & swivel switch mounts available | Weld or drill & tap for additional sensor mount in field |
| Greener, less raw material, 100% recyclable |